I see a scoop in the photo is that the only method of emptying the ashes? Does the bottom open for easy access?
31351
No, the one I purchased does not have an access door. Use a fireplace vacuum to assist removal of cool ashes or lay the chimney down on it's side when new and have a contractor cut the bottom and fit it with a closable access plate. It can be made to slide and simply pull it open to drop the ashes into a fire proof container. Being disabled I found this best solution for me and it only cost me material prices and $50.00 in labor. I can now enjoy life with the rest of you outside. Happy with my purchase.
31352
Bottom doesn't open up. You have to use the scoop to remove any ash build up.
1013005
Remove the bottom grate and just pour them into a trash can (once it is all cooled down of course). The coals turn to ashes so it is easy to empty. Also, you only have to do it maybe every 3 or 4 times you use it. This grill is very well designed.
318005
The clean up is very easy. Just remove lid, slid tray pick up bottom and dump.
885279
Very easy. I went to the dollar store and picked up a cooking serving spoon, then cut down the edges so it fits into the vent area in the front of the grill. Also, find a small sand bucket or similar to scoop the ashes into.
1645782
The bottom is solid, and it collects liquid. There is a cap on the left side that allows the compost tea to drain and be collected, but I had put the unit on bricks so it sat up high enough to collect the liquid. The unit is a nice unit, and it looks great compared to a traditional unit. Very rich. This past summer compost was generated quickly, in about 3 weeks. The only feature I do not like is the door to access the compost. It doesn't stay up while digging out the compost, I accidently broke it off trying to use it. It snapped back on. It is really the only negative feature on this unit. I would purchase another one, totally on the looks alone The bottom is solid, and it collects liquid. There is a cap on the left side that allows the compost tea to drain and be collected, but I had put the unit on bricks so it sat up high enough to collect the liquid. The unit is a nice unit, and it looks great compared to a traditional unit. Very rich. This past summer compost was generated quickly, in about 3 weeks. The only feature I do not like is the door to access the compost. It doesn't stay up while digging out the compost, I accidently broke it off trying to use it. It snapped back on. It is really the only negative feature on this... » Read More The bottom is solid, and it collects liquid. There is a cap on the left side that allows the compost tea to drain and be collected, but I had put the unit on bricks so it sat up high enough to collect the liquid. The unit is a nice unit, and it looks great compared to a traditional unit. Very rich. This past summer compost was generated quickly, in about 3 weeks. The only feature I do not like is the door to access the compost. It doesn't stay up while digging out the compost, I accidently broke it off trying to use it. It snapped back on. It is really the only negative feature on this unit. I would purchase another one, totally on the looks alone « Show Less
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We tried putting a plate in the bottom, but the item drafts much better with the hole open. We use a pan underneath to catch ashes. Ours came in two (2) boxes. The chimney and topper were in a box by themselves.
504988
Hi, Bottom is open. The top of the unit (contains fan an electronics) sets on and lifts off. I fill it with a pail/bucket. I can be a little annoying to to get the top of unit realligned properly after a fill but not a big deal. Filling thru the front vent works well too if you don't use a huge pail to refill. I add a drop bleach to a fill now and then.
1627384
The bag's opening has a cardboard collar that slides down into a slot inside the chamber, then the lid and the hose end hold it in place. The bag is what you will need for fine dust like the coal ash. But you can also vacuum coarser materials with no bag using just the conical filter.
2048715
There are 2 spring loaded flappers on the underside. You hold it over the trash bin and pinch each one open to empty. Plus there is a little comb to clean the brushes. I love mine.
930644
The grate pulls out from the bottom. Note: I find lining the bottom with newspaper or other paper product makes cleaning much easier.
1549833
Step on the release button on the top of the base,lift off the base, hold it over a waste basket, then push the button that's on the handle and the dust bin opens. Hope this helps
1006225
Simply wait for the ashes to cool and scoop them out with a small shovel or garden tool
938612
To empty it, you just pick any place on the side, and bend it down with your foot. You can get most of the water out this way. Then it's light enough to pick up to finish the job.
1082478
No problems. I like the open bottom, because it provides a route for worms and insects to enter. This speeds the composting of the vegetation in the bin.
1824744
The ash can be removed after it has cooled with a small shovel or something similar. If desired, the fire pit can be cleaned with mild soap and water between uses.
1622694
It is open...small lip but open. They are working well for us and with the motor so close the bowl doesn't collect much dirt/dust.
403114
There is a hole in the bottom, however you do have to scoop out the ash. Otherwise I really do like the grill. We have had it for 3 months and it has been put to use.